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Una to Palani

Distance, real road route and a tentative fare estimate for travelling from Una, Himachal Pradesh to Palani, Tamil Nadu.

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3043 kmDistance

60.9 hrsDrive time

Tentative Fare Estimate

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Car / Taxi

Swift Dzire₹1,16,635

Ertiga₹1,48,587

Innova₹1,54,977

Innova Crysta₹1,90,928

Tempo Traveller (12)₹2,63,612

Round trip · incl. driver allowance & GST

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Bus

Non-AC Seater₹3,350

AC Seater₹5,480

Non-AC Sleeper₹4,870

AC Sleeper₹7,000

Volvo / Multi-Axle₹8,570

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Train

Sleeper₹1,860

Economy₹3,070

Third AC₹4,290

Second AC₹6,120

First AC₹8,550

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Tentative estimate only, based on typical Indian public-transport tariffs (state transport bus fares, IRCTC sleeper/AC class rates, standard outstation taxi per-km rates) — not a live quote from any operator.

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By Car: Una to Palani

3043 km · ~65h 32m · About 61h of driving split over 7 days, plus stops.

Start from Una
Leave early (5–6 AM) and avoid driving on highways after dark.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 150
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 300
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 435
Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 585
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 735
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 869
Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1019
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1169
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1304
Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1454
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1604
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 1739
Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 1889
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2039
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2174
Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2324
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2474
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop
Overnight halt around km 2608
Stop for the night in a town along the highway with hotels.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2758
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
150 km · 3h drive from previous stop
Rest stop around km 2908
Look for a town or highway plaza with fuel and food.
135 km · 2h 42m drive from previous stop
Arrive in Palani
Palani, Tamil Nadu

Stops are typical for this road, not a fixed itinerary. Timings assume about 50 km/h on average — traffic, tolls and road conditions vary.

By Bus: Una to Palani

3043 km · ~67h 40m · 4 bus rides with 3 changes. Operators and departure times vary — check live availability before you travel.

Board at Una
Go to the main bus stand / ISBT in Una. Overnight buses usually leave in the evening; book a seat in advance for sleeper and Volvo services.
Una → change point 1
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~761 km
~16h 55m|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,180
Search buses Una to Palani
Change buses at a major city (around km 761)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Palani. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
change point 1 → change point 2
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~761 km
~16h 55m|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,180
Search buses Una to Palani
Change buses at a major city (around km 1522)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Palani. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
change point 2 → change point 3
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~761 km
~16h 55m|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,180
Search buses Una to Palani
Change buses at a major city (around km 2282)
Get down at the bus stand of a large city on the highway and take the next bus towards Palani. If your connection is not until the next day, stay the night there.
change point 3 → Palani
AC Sleeper / Volvo (overnight) · ~761 km
~16h 55m|Tentative fare ₹840–₹2,180
Search buses Una to Palani
Arrive in Palani
Palani, Tamil Nadu
Hotels in Palani

Halts and change points are typical for this route, not a specific operator’s schedule — check live availability and timings when booking.

By Train: Una to Palani

Nearest railway stations: Una Himachal for Una, Ambaturai (about 48 km away) for Palani.

No direct train found — best options with a change

1 change · 56h 32m in total

Una-New Delhi Janshatabdi#12058 · Jan Shatabdi

05:00 AMUna Himachal

6h 48m53 stops

11:48 AMDelhi Sadar Bazar

CCRunning days & live status ↗

Change trains at Delhi Sadar Bazar — about 1h 19m wait

Himsagar Express Slip#16318-Slip · Express

01:07 PMDelhi Sadar Bazar

48h 25m344 stops

01:32 PM^+2dAmbaturai

2ASLRunning days & live status ↗

1 change · 56h 36m in total

Una-New Delhi Janshatabdi#12058 · Jan Shatabdi

05:00 AMUna Himachal

6h 48m53 stops

11:48 AMDelhi Sadar Bazar

CCRunning days & live status ↗

Change trains at Delhi Sadar Bazar — about 1h 19m wait

Navyug Express Slip#16688-Slip · Express

01:07 PMDelhi Sadar Bazar

48h 29m344 stops

01:36 PM^+2dAmbaturai

2ASLRunning days & live status ↗

1 change · 68h 47m in total

Jalandhar Jaijon Doaba Passenger#54626 · Passenger

04:45 PMJaijon Doaba

2h 24m15 stops

07:09 PMPhagwara Jn

Running days & live status ↗

Change trains at Phagwara Jn — about 8h 51m wait

Himsagar Express Slip#16318-Slip · Express

04:00 AMPhagwara Jn

57h 32m401 stops

01:32 PM^+2dAmbaturai

2ASLRunning days & live status ↗

Waits assume each train runs daily — the timetable data has no running days, so check the days for every train before you plan a change.

Train details come from a 2015 railway timetable snapshot — newer trains, changed timings and running days are not included, so confirm on IRCTC before you plan around a train.

Una to Palani: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Una to Palani is about 3043 km by road, roughly 60.9 hours of travel time.

Tentative fare estimate

Approximate fares for about 3043 km, estimated from typical Indian per-km tariffs — not a live quote from any operator.

Car / Taxi: Swift Dzire ₹1,16,635 · Ertiga ₹1,48,587 · Innova ₹1,54,977 · Innova Crysta ₹1,90,928 · Tempo Traveller (12) ₹2,63,612
Bus: Non-AC Seater ₹3,350 · AC Seater ₹5,480 · Non-AC Sleeper ₹4,870 · AC Sleeper ₹7,000 · Volvo / Multi-Axle ₹8,570
Train: Sleeper ₹1,860 · Economy ₹3,070 · Third AC ₹4,290 · Second AC ₹6,120 · First AC ₹8,550

Tentative estimates only — actual fares vary by operator, season, class and how early you book.

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Attractions, itineraries, temples and travel tips for Palani.

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Good places to break the journey from Una to Palani. Distances are approximate; the road you take may pass a little away from some of them.

Rohtak375 km from Una
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Abhaneri645 km from Una
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Harda1325 km from Una
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Parbhani1765 km from Una
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Ballari2360 km from Una
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Things to Do in Palani

Climb the 693 Steps

Ascend the ancient stone steps to the temple, a traditional and spiritually rewarding path. Along the way, you'll pass small shrines and stalls selling offerings. The…

1 hour

Ride the Ropeway

Take the cable car for a quick and scenic ascent to the hilltop. The ride provides panoramic views of the town and surrounding hills, making it ideal for families and…

15 minutes (round trip)

Experience the Winch Ride

Hop on the historic winch, a rope-drawn trolley that has been ferrying pilgrims for decades. This unique mode of transport adds a nostalgic touch to your visit. It's a…

10 minutes (one way)

Attend Thaipusam Festivities

Plan your visit during Thaipusam (January-February) to witness the grand processions of devotees carrying kavadi. The atmosphere is charged with devotion, music, and…

Full day

Taste Palani Panchamirtham

Purchase the famous panchamirtham prasadam from the temple's authorized counters. This sweet, made from bananas, jaggery, ghee, honey, and cardamom, is a must-try. You…

30 minutes

Explore the Hill Temple Complex

Spend time exploring the temple's architecture, including the sanctum, mandapams, and subsidiary shrines. The peaceful atmosphere and intricate carvings offer insight…

2 hours

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Suggested Palani Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Palani

Travel from Una to Palani (about 60.9 hrs by road) and check in
Visit Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple (Palani Murugan Temple)

Day 2Explore Palani

Visit Palani Hill Ropeway (Cable Car)
Visit Thiru Avinankudi Temple (Avinankudi Murugan Temple)
Visit Thiru Dandayuthapani Swami Kovil

Day 3Last sights and departure

Visit Bhagavan Kovil
Head back to Una

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Una to Palani

Route Map

By Car: Una to Palani

By Bus: Una to Palani

By Train: Una to Palani

No direct train found — best options with a change

Una to Palani: Route & Travel Options

Route overview

Tentative fare estimate

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Stops & Places Along the Route

Hotels in Palani

Things to Do in Palani

Suggested Palani Itinerary

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